How to Check if a Car Has Been in an Accident?

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StHayden
07/24/25 2:12am
Find the 'Car Condition Butler' official account on your phone. Click the 'Vehicle Condition Inquiry' button at the bottom to enter the inquiry tool. Enter the VIN or click the camera icon on the right to recognize the VIN information on the vehicle's registration certificate. Then click 'One-Click Inquiry', wait a few minutes to receive the inquiry result notification, and click the result notification to view the accident records of the vehicle.
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Sally
08/10/25 9:49pm
Last time I helped a friend check out a used car, I tried several methods. The most reliable one was checking the vehicle maintenance records, which can now be done on a mobile phone. You can search for 'Che300' on Alipay or use mini-programs like 'Car Doctor', spend about 30 yuan to input the VIN, and you're good to go. Major accidents are all recorded in the 4S shop system, even detailing what parts were used for repairs. I also recommend using apps like 'Auto Repair Treasure' to check insurance claim records—flood-damaged cars and major accidents are easily exposed. During the inspection, I always pay special attention to sniffing the base of the seat belts for any musty smell and peeling back the door seals to check if the weld points are smooth—these details can't be faked.
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